Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral

What Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral does

Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral is a privately held Colombian integrated security conglomerate structured as a group of three wholly-owned limited liability companies (Ltda.): Seguridad Atlas Ltda. (headquartered in Cali), Atlas Transvalores Ltda. (headquartered in Bogotá), and Atlas Tecnología Ltda. The group delivers physical security, electronic monitoring, cash and value transport, and a growing portfolio of proprietary technology applications to medium and large enterprises, small businesses, and residential customers across Colombia, operating from 31 offices that serve more than 460 municipalities. Reported headcount exceeds 10,000 employees, and the group holds key Colombian regulatory authorizations including SuperVigilancia registrations for both security services and value transport, DIMAR License No. 009 for maritime security, and SARLAFT 2.0 anti-money laundering certification.

The product portfolio spans traditional guarding services (security guards, canine units, VIP and cargo escorts), electronic security systems (CCTV, intrusion detection, fire systems, alarm monitoring, perimeter barriers, access control), specialized enterprise offerings (drone surveillance, IoT-based inventory loss control, GPS and satellite fleet tracking, social network threat analysis, supplier and personnel reliability studies, polygraphs), and cash management services (secure value transport, ATM administration, automatic cash collection, toll administration, centralized digital payments through the Traddi platform). The technology layer is delivered through proprietary mobile applications including CYGU (community transportation safety), Atlas Vivo Seguro and OLA (operational workforce supervision with GPS and panic-button features), and SARA Salud Inteligente (occupational health monitoring aligned with Colombian government resolutions), supported by computer-vision-enabled biometric access control and predictive risk analytics.

The business model is sales-led, combining a direct enterprise sales force targeting medium and large accounts across industrial, services, construction, telecommunications, retail, logistics, mining, agroindustrial, and financial sectors, with consumer and SMB reach through an online virtual store (Tienda Atlas), a self-serve client portal, an expert advisory program, and a referral channel (Campaña de Referidos). Revenue is generated through recurring subscriptions for guarding and monitoring, managed services for cash transport and ATM operations, subscription-based technology services, and project-based consulting and compliance work. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company emphasizes customization by sector and customer size. Marketing channels include an educational Centro de Información content hub, newsletter subscription, sector-specific landing pages, and personalized advisory sessions designed to convert mid-funnel prospects into enterprise contracts.

Name

Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral

Legal name

Seguridad Atlas Ltda.

Website

https://atlas.com.co

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral is a privately held Colombian security conglomerate that delivers integrated physical security, electronic monitoring, cash and value transport, and proprietary technology applications to medium/large enterprises, SMBs, and households across Colombia through 31 offices serving more than 460 municipalities with 10,000+ employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Physical Security Services

NAICS

Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Security Systems Monitoring & Dispatch (SOC/Remote Guarding) (IMAIAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Access Control & Identity Systems Integration (Badge, Biometrics, Mobile) (BPAKAGAB)

Keywords

• Integrated security services
• Cash and value transport
• Physical security guarding
• Security monitoring systems
• Electronic surveillance solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Cali

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Physical Security Services: Revenue from manned security services including canine units, VIP escorts, cargo escorts, access control, perimeter barriers, CCTV, fire systems, guard services, polygraph services, and reliability studies for personnel
2. Cash and Value Transport Services: Revenue from secure transport of cash and valuables, ATM management, automatic cash collection, toll payments and collections, and specialized gold transport
3. Technology Solutions: Revenue from IoT control systems, drone surveillance, satellite tracking, digital payment solutions, monitoring services, and specialized software applications (Vivo Seguro, OLA, SARA)
4. Consulting and Compliance Services: Revenue from security consulting, data protection consulting, social network analysis, supplier security studies, reliability studies, and compliance assessments

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral is a Colombian integrated security conglomerate providing physical security services (armed guards, K-9 units, VIP/cargo escorts, CCTV, alarms, access control, monitoring, fire systems), cash and value transport (armored transport, ATM management, toll administration, digital payments via Traddi), and technology-enabled security solutions (IoT inventory control, GPS tracking, drone surveillance, proprietary mobile apps CYGU, Atlas Vivo Seguro, OLA, and SARA). It serves medium and large enterprises across industrial, financial, retail, mining, construction, telecommunications sectors, as well as residential and small business customers through 31 offices covering 460+ municipalities in Colombia.

Product overview

Grupo Atlas de Seguridad Integral is a Colombian security conglomerate offering integrated technology-based security solutions across three main subsidiaries: Atlas Seguridad (physical security services), Atlas Transportadora de Valores (cash and value transport), and Atlas Tecnología (technology solutions). The portfolio includes core physical security products (alarm systems, CCTV, monitoring services, access control, security guards, K-9 units, VIP/cargo escorts), specialized enterprise services (drone surveillance, IoT-based inventory control, GPS fleet management, social media analysis), value transport and payment processing solutions (ATM management, toll administration, digital payments via Traddi), and mobile applications (CYGU for transportation safety, Atlas Vivo Seguro and OLA for workforce supervision, SARA Salud Inteligente for occupational health). The ecosystem integrates intelligent protection combining human expertise with technology for comprehensive risk management across industrial, commercial, residential, and government sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CYGU: Mobile application for safe transportation with optimized routes, collaborative security reports, and Atlas Group support
• Drone Protector
• IOT CONTROL
• Traddi
• Atlas Vivo Seguro
• SARA Salud Inteligente
• OLA
• Cerraduras Cronos

Products and services

• Guardas de Seguridad (Security Guard Services) Professional physical security guard services for the protection of premises and personnel at client sites, delivered by Atlas Seguridad.
• Seguridad Canina (K-9 Security) K-9 security services using trained dogs to enhance patrol, detection, and deterrence capabilities for client facilities.
• Escoltas VIP (VIP Escort) VIP escort and executive protection services for high-profile individuals and corporate executives.
• Escoltas de Carga (Cargo Escort) Cargo escort services providing secure transport protection for valuable goods during transit.
• Alarmas (Alarm Systems) Alarm systems with 24/7 central station monitoring for residential and commercial security, providing intrusion detection and rapid response.
• Circuito Cerrado de TV (CCTV) Closed-circuit television surveillance systems providing continuous video monitoring of homes and business facilities.
• Sistema de Monitoreo (Central Monitoring Service) Central monitoring service operating 24/7 to provide surveillance, alarm verification, and rapid incident response for connected security systems.
• Detección de Intrusos (Intruder Detection) Intruder detection systems using sensors and automated alerts to prevent and signal unauthorized entry.
• Sistemas de Incendios (Fire Systems) Fire detection and suppression systems designed to protect installations from fire hazards.
• Control de Acceso - Talanqueras (Access Control Barriers) Physical access control systems including gate barriers (talanqueras) to secure facility entry points.
• Barreras Perimetrales (Perimeter Barriers) Perimeter barrier systems installed to secure facility boundaries and prevent unauthorized access.
• Drone Protector (Aerial Drone Surveillance) Aerial drone surveillance service for critical zone monitoring and perimeter security, providing real-time aerial visibility of protected sites.
• Transporte de Valores (Cash and Value Transport) Secure armored transport of cash and valuables between locations, including critical access zones, operated by Atlas Transportadora de Valores.
• Administración de Cajeros Automáticos (ATM Management) ATM administration and cash management services for financial institutions, including cash replenishment and operational management.
• Recaudo Automático del Efectivo 24h y REDIS (24-Hour Cash Collection) 24-hour automatic cash collection service for retail and banking operations, providing automated cash pickup and processing.
• Administración Integral de Peajes (Comprehensive Toll Management) Comprehensive toll management including collection, processing, and certification services for toll operators.
• Dotación de Peajes (Toll Equipment Provisioning) Toll booth equipment provisioning and maintenance services for toll operators.
• Traddi - Pagos Digitales Centralizados (Centralized Digital Payments) Centralized digital payment processing platform enabling consolidated payment management for businesses.
• IOT CONTROL - Control y Gestión de Merma (IoT Inventory Shrinkage Control) IoT-based inventory shrinkage control and management system for retail and industrial environments, providing real-time loss visibility and prevention.
• Ubicación Satelital de Vehículos (Satellite Vehicle Tracking) Satellite-based vehicle tracking and location services for real-time monitoring of fleet assets.
• Gestión de Movilidad GPS (GPS Fleet Management) GPS-based fleet and mobility management service for tracking vehicles and assets in real time.
• Control Cadena de Frío (Cold Chain Monitoring) Cold chain monitoring and control service for temperature-sensitive logistics operations.
• Estudios de Seguridad a Proveedores (Supplier Security Studies) Security assessments and background checks used to vet suppliers and evaluate supply chain risk.
• Estudios de Confiabilidad a Personas (Personnel Reliability Studies) Personnel reliability studies and background verification used to assess candidates for critical positions.
• Poligrafías (Polygraph Examinations) Polygraph examination services for personnel vetting, internal investigations, and due diligence.
• Análisis de Redes Sociales (Social Media Analysis) Social media monitoring and analysis for threat intelligence, pattern identification, and brand security.
• Confiabilidad, Riesgo y Cumplimiento (Reliability, Risk and Compliance) Organizational reliability, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance advisory services for enterprises.
• Consultoría y Protección de Datos (Data Protection and Information Security Consulting) Data protection and information security consulting services supporting regulatory compliance, including Ley 1581 de 2012 frameworks.
• Cerraduras Cronos (Smart Lock Access Control) Smart lock system for advanced physical access control and remote monitoring of entry points.
• CYGU Mobile Application Mobile application providing optimized routing for transportation, collaborative security incident reporting, and community-based safety features backed by Grupo Atlas.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability8 records

Feature8 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Allied Universal: North America's largest security services provider, formed through the G4S merger. Broad incumbent competing in manned guarding and integrated security across multiple geographies; relevant for scale benchmarks and best-practice comparison in physical security operations.
• GardaWorld: Canada-based global security services and cash services company. Broad incumbent with integrated physical-security and cash-handling capabilities similar to Atlas's combined Atlas Seguridad and Atlas Transvalores offering; relevant peer for cross-region competitive dynamics.
• Securitas: Sweden-based global security services leader (manned guarding, electronic security, mobile patrol) with Colombian operations. Competes broadly across Atlas's physical-security portfolio but as part of a much larger global portfolio rather than specializing in the integrated cash-and-tech niche.
• G4S: UK-origin global security company (now part of Allied Universal) with extensive Latin American footprint. Broad incumbent comparable for multinational guarding and secure-solutions contracts, particularly in segments where Atlas competes for large enterprise customers.
• Johnson Controls: Global conglomerate with a security and fire-detection division offering integrated electronic security, access control, and building-management systems. Broad incumbent comparable to Atlas's electronic security systems integration (CCTV, access control, fire) as part of a much wider building-technology portfolio.

Direct peers

• ADT: US-based electronic security specialist providing monitored alarms, CCTV, and smart-home/business security. Direct comparable to Atlas's electronic security, monitoring, and access-control offerings, particularly the Atlas Vivo Seguro and CYGU app propositions.
• Seguridad Superior: Major Colombian private security services company offering manned guarding, electronic security, and monitoring across Colombia. Direct local competitor to Atlas Seguridad with overlapping enterprise customer base and service catalog; the most relevant domestic benchmark.
• Loomis: Sweden-based global cash-in-transit and cash management company with significant Latin American presence. Direct comparable to Atlas Transvalores for secure transport, ATM, and value-handling services; useful benchmark for unit economics in the cash transport segment.
• Brink's: US-headquartered global leader in cash management, secure logistics, and ATM services with operations across Latin America. Directly comparable to Atlas Transvalores' cash-in-transit and ATM management businesses, and a global benchmark for the armored-car revenue stream.
• Prosegur: Spain-based global security and cash-in-transit company with major Latin American operations through Prosegur Cash and Prosegur Alarmas. Directly comparable as the most relevant integrated security + value-transport peer in the Spanish-speaking world, competing head-to-head with Atlas across physical security, cash transport, and electronic security.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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